What is the Best Way to Arrange Flowers?

Fresh flowers are a beautiful addition to any space, and they can be arranged in a number of ways to complement a decor or enhance the look of the individual flowers. However, special care must be taken before beginning an arrangement. A freshly scrubbed bucket to serve as a holding vessel is needed to arrange flowers, and all containers should be rinsed with a mild solution of chlorine bleach to kill any bacteria, then rinsed with clear water to ensure no bleach or chemicals remain that could harm the flowers. To begin, gather the flowers to be arranged and place them in the bucket. Remove any leaves or foliage that will be immersed in water, and cut stems on a slant under running water. Assess the stems and determine which will require a wire support. Wires can be used to prevent drooping as well as to lengthen stems. To adhere the wire, hold it against the stem and attach a piece of floral tape near the top. Holding the floral tape taut, twirl the stem so that the tape wraps ...  more